Weird mix of using the Barrier KVM and VirtualBox breaks a Keyboard layout

Have you ever encountered a strange issue with your keyboard layout while using the Barrier KVM and VirtualBox? You're not alone! This article will explain why this weird mix can break your keyboard layout and how to fix it.

First, let's understand what the Barrier KVM and VirtualBox are. The Barrier KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) is a software that allows you to share your keyboard and mouse between multiple computers. It's a great tool for those who work with multiple machines simultaneously. On the other hand, VirtualBox is a virtualization software that enables you to run multiple operating systems on your computer.

Now, the issue arises when you are using the Barrier KVM to share your keyboard and mouse between two or more computers, and one of those computers is running VirtualBox. In this scenario, you may notice that your keyboard layout becomes strange or even completely broken.

This problem occurs because VirtualBox has its own keyboard layout settings, which can conflict with the settings of the Barrier KVM. When you switch between different computers using the Barrier KVM, VirtualBox may not properly handle the keyboard layout changes, leading to unexpected behavior.

Fortunately, there is a solution to this problem. Follow the steps below to fix the keyboard layout issue:

1. Open VirtualBox and select the virtual machine that is causing the keyboard layout problem.
2. Click on the "Settings" button.
3. In the settings window, go to the "System" category.
4. Under the "Motherboard" tab, find the "Extended Features" section.
5. Check the box that says "Enable Keyboard Layout Sync".
6. Click "OK" to save the settings.

By enabling the "Keyboard Layout Sync" option in VirtualBox, you allow it to synchronize its keyboard layout with the Barrier KVM. This ensures that the correct keyboard layout is used when you switch between computers.

Now that you have fixed the keyboard layout issue, you can enjoy a smooth experience using the Barrier KVM and VirtualBox together. Remember to apply these steps to each virtual machine running in VirtualBox that is connected to the Barrier KVM.

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